"I am very excited to join X Factor in Australia and am looking forward to helping people shine their brightest," Lambert told The Daily Telegraphin an interview published today (June 21). "Australia has always been one of my favorite places to tour. The Aussies I've met are so kind and good humored — so the thought of getting to live in Sydney is exciting."

The Telegraph has also confirmed that Guy Sebastian will be the third and final judge. The show has previously featured four judges, and the narrowing of the panel will mean fewer contestants and live episodes.

Lambert's already proven to have a knack for spotting talent. He served as a fill-in judge during the Season 14 American Idol audition process, during which he gave eventual winner Nick Fradiani the green light to advance to Hollywood Week.

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